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User’s Manual
PMM 1008
MAGNETIC FIELD GENERATOR

SERIAL NUMBER OF THE INSTRUMENT

You can find the Series Number on the rear panel of the instrument.
Series Number is in the form: 0000X00000.
The first four digits and the letter are the Series Number prefix, the last five digits
are the Series Number suffix. The prefix is the same for identical instruments, it
changes only when a configuration change is made to the instrument.
The suffix is different for each instrument.

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NOTE:

If the instrument is used in any other way than as described in this Users Manual, it may become unsafe

Before using this product, the related documentation must be read with great care and fully understood to
familiarize with all the safety prescriptions.

To ensure the correct use and the maximum safety level, the User shall know all the instructions and
recommendations contained in this document.

This product is a Safety Class I and Installation Category II instrument according to IEC classification and
has been designed to meet the requirements of EN61010-1 (Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for
Measurement, Control and Laboratory Use).

This product has a Pollution Degree II normally only non-conductive pollution occurs. Occasionally, however,
a temporary conductivity caused by condensation must be expected.

The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice.

KEY TO THE ELECTRIC AND SAFETY SYMBOLS:

You now own a high-quality instrument that will give you many years of reliable service.
Nevertheless, even this product will eventually become obsolete. When that time comes,
please remember that electronic equipment must be disposed of in accordance with local
regulations. This product conforms to the WEEE Directive of the European Union
(2002/96/EC) and belongs to Category 9 (Monitoring and Control Instruments). You can
return the instrument to us free of charge for proper environment friendly disposal. You
can obtain further information from your local Narda Sales Partner or by visiting our
website at www.narda-sts.it .

Warning, danger of electric shock Earth

Read carefully the Operating Manual and its

Unit Earth Connection
instructions, pay attention to the safety symbols.

Earth Protection Equipotential

KEY TO THE SYMBOLS USED IN THIS DOCUMENT:

The DANGER sign draws attention to a potential risk to a person’s safety.
DANGER All the precautions must be fully understood and applied before
proceeding.
The WARNING sign draws attention to a potential risk of damage to the
WARNING apparatus or loss of data. All the precautions must be fully understood
and applied before proceeding.
The CAUTION sign draws attention against unsafe practices for the
CAUTION apparatus functionality.

NOTE: The NOTE draw attention to important information.

II Note and symbols

Contents
Page
General safety considerations and instructions ..........…… V
EC Declaration of Conformity ………..............................…… VI

1 General Information Page

1.1 Documentation.........................................................…….. 1-1
1.2 Instruction Manual changes......................................…….. 1-1
1.3 Introduction to PMM 1008..............................................… 1-1
1.4 Instrument items............................................................…. 1-1
1.5 Optional accessories…………………………………………. 1-1
1.6 Main specifications..................................................………. 1-2
1.7 Front panel ...........................................................……… 1-4
1.8 Rear panel.................................................................…….. 1-5

2 Installation Page
2.1Introduction....................................................................…… 2-1
2.2 Initial inspection.............................................................….. 2-1
2.3 Packing and unpacking................................................…… 2-1
2.4 Preparation for use.................................................………. 2-1
2.5 Power cable..........................................................………… 2-2
2.6 Environment...........................................................……….. 2-2
2.7 Return for service.......................................................……. 2-2
2.8 Equipment cleaning..................................................……… 2-3
2.9 System installation....................................................……… 2-3
2.10 Safety Interlock.......................................................……… 2-8

3 Operation instructions Page

3.1 Starting PMM 1008......................................................…….. 3-1
3.2 Main menu display…………………………………………….. 3-1
3.2.1 Continuous test mode.............................................……... 3-2
3.2.2 Short test mode......................................................……… 3-4
3.2.3 Executing a test……………………………………………… 3-6
3.2.4 Manual mode..........................................................……… 3-7
3.2.5 SET UP menu..................................................….....…….. 3-8
3.2.6 Setting antenna factor………………………………………. 3-9
3.2.7 Error message.........................................................…….. 3-10

4 References Page
4.1 References................................................................……... 4-1
4.2 Induction coil..............................................................…….. 4-1

5 How to program Page

5.1 Introduction......................................................................… 5-1
5.2 Communication...............................................................… 5-1
5.3 Protocol...........................................................................… 5-1
5.4 Address.........................................................................….. 5-1
5.5 Format.............................................................................… 5-1
5.6 PMM1008 Setting commands.......................................….. 5-2
5.7 PMM1008 Query commands....................................……... 5-3

6 Firmware Upgrade Page

6.1 Introduction................................................................……… 6-1
6.2 System requirements.................................................……… 6-1
6.3 To install the software................................................……… 6-1
6.4 Icon of PMM 1008 software............................................….. 6-2
6.5 UPGRADE Procedure...................................................…… 6-2

Contents III
Figures
Figure Page

1-1 PMM 1008............... ..........................................................................................….... 1-3

1-2 Front panel PMM 1008.......................................................................................…... 1-4
1-3 Rear panel PMM 1008......................................................................................…..... 1-5
2-1 PMM 1008 with Square loop 1m………………………………………………………… 2-7
2-2 PMM 1008 with Square loop 1.5m………………………………………………………. 2-7
2-3 PMM 1008 with Circular loop 40cm……………………………………………………... 2-8
4-1 Characteristics of the field generated by a square induction coil.......................…... 4-1
4-2 3dB area of the field generated by a square induction coil.............................…....... 4-2
4-3 3dB area of the field generated by a square induction coil in the orthogonal plane.. 4-2

Tables
Table Page

1-1 Technical Specifications......................................……………………………………… 1-2

4-1 Continuous field...................................................……………………………………… 4-1
4-2 Short duration......................................................……………………………………… 4-1

IV Contents
 SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS

This product has been designed, produced and tested in Italy, and it left the factory in conditions fully
complying with the current safety standards. To maintain it in safe conditions and ensure correct use,
these general instructions must be fully understood and applied before the product is used.

• This is an industrial instrument for special EMC test purposes and should be installed and operated
by qualified, authorized and trained personnel only.
• High magnetic fields are present around the instrument when used at high currents. It is highly
recommended not to approach the machine when in operation, and especially forbidden for people
with pacemakers or other electromedical devices.
• When the device must be connected permanently, first provide effective grounding;
• If the device must be connected to other equipment or accessories, make sure they are all safely
grounded;
• In case of devices permanently connected to the power supply, and lacking any fuses or other
devices of mains protection, the power line must be equipped with adequate protection
commensurate to the consumption of all the devices connected to it;
• In case of connection of the device to the power mains, make sure before connection that the voltage
selected on the voltage switch and the fuses are adequate for the voltage of the actual mains;
• Devices in Safety Class I, equipped with connection to the power mains by means of cord and plug,
can only be plugged into a socket equipped with a ground wire;
• Any interruption or loosening of the ground wire or of a connecting power cable, inside or outside the
device, will cause a potential risk for the safety of the personnel;
• Ground connections must not be interrupted intentionally;
• To prevent the possible danger of electrocution, do not remove any covers, panels or guards installed
on the device, and refer only to NARDA Service Centers if maintenance should be necessary;
• To maintain adequate protection from fire hazards, replace fuses only with others of the same type
and rating;
• Follow the safety regulations and any additional instructions in this manual to prevent accidents and
damages.
• It is important to create a security zone around the instrument (at least 1.5m) where no one should go
in while the test is in progress.
• Since improper or careless operation could result in an injury risk, these operating instructions make
an essential part of the device and must be available to the operator at all times. The user must
satisfy all safety instructions and warnings.

Safety consideration V
 EC Declaration of Conformity
In accordance with the Decision 768/2008/EC
Compliant to the Directives: EMC 2014/30/EU, Low Voltage 2014/35/EU, RoHS 2011/65/EU
Also compliant to the ISO/IEC standards 17050-1 and 17050-2

The manufacturer,

NARDA Safety Test Solutions s.r.l. Socio Unico

via Benessea 29/B
17035 Cisano sul Neva (SV) – ITALY

based on the following harmonized European Standards, successfully applied:

Safety: EN 61010-1 (undated reference, applies to all editions)

EMC: EN 61326-1 (undated reference, applies to all editions)

declares, under its sole responsibility, that the product: PMM 1008 Magnetic Field Generator
conforms with the essential requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU,
of the EMC Directive 2014/30/EU, and of the RoHS directive 2011/65/EU.

Cisano sul Neva, 24/08/2016 Egon Stocca, General Manager

VI EC Conformity
 1 - General Information
1.1 Documentation Enclosed with this manual are:
• a service questionnaire to send back to NARDA in case of equipment
service is needed
• an accessories check list to verify all accessories enclosed in the
packaging.

1.2 Instruction Manual Instruments manufactured after the printing of this manual may have a
changes series number prefix not listed on the title page; this indicates that
instruments with different Series Number prefix may be different from those
documented in this manual.

1.3 Introduction to PMM 1008 is a magnetic field generator system at power frequency. The
PMM 1008 generator is a current generator and the indication of the field is obtained
considering the antenna factor, the system includes the antenna formed by
one coil and the antenna mast.
The correct output current is automatically set and regulated by the
generator.
PMM 1008 is designed to meet all the requirements contained in the EN
61000-4-8 standard and to cover all the levels described in continuos and
short mode.

1.4 Instrument items PMM 1008 includes the following items:

• Magnetic field generator;
• power cable;
• two cables to connect generator to the loop;
• one generator support with 4 screws;
• user manual.
• Hardware Key DB15

1.5 Optional accessories The optional accessories are:

• Square loop 1m
• Square loop 1.5m
• Square loop 2m
• Circular loop 40cm
• Circular loop 1m
• Rectangular loop 2.6x1m
• Second antenna mast for square loop 1.5m, or 2m, or rectangular loop
2.6x1m

All Loops are supplied with Support, Mast, and Cart.

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General Information 1-1
1.6 Main specifications Table 1-1 lists the PMM 1008 performance specifications.
The following conditions apply to all specifications:
• The ambient temperature shall be 10° to 40° C.

TABLE 1-1 Technical specifications

Frequency
Range 50/60 Hz

Remote control
System interface RS-232/485
Connector DB9
User port Two function: - HD Key
- Interlock

Display 4 lines LCD 20 characters

Power supply
AC 230 VAC±10%,
Max current 16 A

Output voltage
Without load Max 4Vac

Output current
Max continuos 170 A
Max short 1200 A

Modes
Continuous
Short
Manual
Ramp

Internal timer
Continuous mode 1-12000 min.
Short mode 1-5 sec.

Timer resolution
Continuous mode 1 min
Short mode 1 sec.

Size
Generator 365 x 200 x 480 mm (WxHxD)
Loop 1030 x 35 x 1030 mm (WxHxD)
Truck 550 x 210 x 650 mm (WxHxD)
Mast antenna 1900 mm (H)
2
Cables 95 mm 1.5 mm

Weight
Generator 28 Kg
Loop 6 Kg
Truck 25 Kg

1-2 General Information

Fig. 1-1 PMM 1008

General Information 1-3

1.7 Front panel

1 3

2 4

Fig. 1-2 Front Panel

Legend:

- 1.- LCD display

- 2 - Functional keys
- 3 - Operate led
- 4 - Stand-by led

1-4 General Information

1.8 Rear panel

4 3
1

Fig. 1-3 Rear Panel

Legend:

- 1.- Mains plug IEC/CEE22

- 2 - power switch
- 3 - RS232/485 interface DB9
- 4 - User I/O port DB15
- 5 - current output connector  14 mm bolt

General Information 1-5

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1-6 General Information

 2 - Installation
2.1 Introduction This section provides the information needed to install your PMM 1008.
Included is information pertinent to initial inspection, power requirements,
line voltage , power cables, interconnection, environment, instrument
mounting, cleaning, storage and shipment.

2.2 Initial inspection

To avoid hazardous electrical shock, do not turn on the instrument

when there are signs of shipping damage to any portion of it.

2.3 Packing and Inspect the shipping container for damage.

Unpacking If the shipping container or cushion material is damaged, it should be kept
until the contents of the shipment have been checked for completeness
and the instrument has been checked mechanically and electrically.
Verify the accessories availability in the shipping referring to the
accessories check list enclosed with the Users Manual.
Notify any damage to the carrier personnel as well as the NARDA
Representative.

2.4 Preparation for use

This is a Safety Class I equipment, it is provided with a protective

earth terminal. An uninterruptible safety earth ground must be
provided from the main power source to the product input wiring
terminals through the power cable (or supplied power cable set).
Verify the safety earth ground functionality before operation.

Before connecting this instrument, ensure that an uninterruptible

safety earth ground is provided from the main power source to the
product protective earth connection. If this instrument is to be
connected to other equipment or accessories, prior to energizing
either unit verify that a common ground exists between them.
Any interruption or loosening of the protective earth ground
conductor, either inside or outside the unit or in an extension cable
will cause a potential shock hazard that could result in personal
injury.

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Installation 2-1
2.5 Power cable This instrument is equipped with a three wires power cable. When
connected to an appropriate AC power receptacle, this cable grounds the
instrument chassis.

2.6 Environment The operating environment is specified to be within the following limitations:
• Temperature +10° to +40° C
• Humidity 80% (31°) ÷ 50% (40°)
• Altitude < 4000 meters

The instrument should be stored in a clean, dry environment

The storage and shipping environment is specified to be within the following
limitations:
• Temperature -40° to + 50° C
• Humidity < 95% relative
• Altitude < 15000 meters

2.7 Return for service If the instrument should be returned to NARDA for service, please complete
the service questionnaire enclosed with the Users Manual and attach it to
the instrument.
To minimize the repair time, be as specific as possible when describing the
failure. If the failure only occurs under certain conditions, explain how to
duplicate the failure.
If possible, reuse of the original packaging to ship the equipment is
preferable.
In case other package should be used, ensure to wrap the instrument in
heavy paper or plastic.
Use a strong shipping container and use enough shock absorbing material
around all sides of the equipment to provide a firm cushion and prevent
movement in the container.
To prevent damage during shipment in particular protect the front panel.
Seal the shipping container securely.
Mark the shipping container FRAGILE to encourage careful handling.

2-2 Installation
2.8 Equipment cleaning Use a non abrasive clean, soft and dry cloth for equipment cleaning.

To clean the equipment do not use any solvent, thinner, turpentine,

acid, acetone or similar matter to avoid damage to external enclosure.

2.9 System Installation PMM 1008 is a system with different parts and an installation needing.
To install the PMM 1008 following the steps indicated:

1) Connect the cables to the loop using the screws as shown in the next
figure

2) Position the loop into the teflon support as shown in the next figure

Installation 2-3
 3) Lock the loop to the support using the six screws

2-4 Installation
4) Lock the antenna mast on the Cart using the screw on the bottom

Installation 2-5
 5) Put the generator support on the Cart and the loop support on the mast
in the position desired using the screw mounted on the support. The final
mounting should be the following:

6) Put the generator on his support on the Cart

7) Connect the cables from the loop to the output current connector in the
PMM 1008 generator rear panel.

8) Insert HD Key on the USER PORT Connector (rear panel)

2-6 Installation
The antenna produces magnetic field, the field is high in the center of
the loop, set the generator positioning outside of the loop like in the
previous figure.

Fig. 2-1 PMM 1008 with Square loop 1m

Fig. 2-2 PMM 1008 with Square loop 1.5m

Installation 2-7
 Fig. 2-3 PMM 1008 with Circular loop 40cm

2.10 Safety Interlock The PMM 1008 is provided by a safety interlock connected at user port on
the rear panel. The connections are the following

To use the PMM 1008, is necessary to insert the HD Key

The interlock can be used to insert an external safety switch like in the
following draw:

2-8 Installation
 3 - Operating instructions
3.1 Starting PMM 1008 PMM 1008 has been designed with a user friendly interface to be used by
EMC engineer as well by non-skilled personnel.

For a better safety must connect all cable before connected the Magnetic
Field Generator at distribution Network and not disconnect anything before
end of test.

For connect the Magnetic Field Generator at distribution network

must used only a appropriate cable included in the PMM 1008. For
connect the instrument at distribution network don’t use extension
lead or adapter.

3.2 Main menu display Connect the power supply cable and HD Key to the rear panel connector
and switch on, the standby led will switch on.

All functions can be recalled by the four functional keys located on the
bottom of LCD display. When instrument is turned on the firmware initiates
the internal testing procedure. If everything is OK, the display will show:

The main commands are:

CONT to select continuous test menu
SHRT to select short duration test menu
MAN to select manual test menu
SET to select setting menu

Before to do the test execute the calibration procedure

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Operating Instruction 3-1
3.2.1 Continuous test Activating the function key under the CONT you will enter the continuous
mode test menu that shows:

Setting open level In the top of the display there is the indication of the level with reference to
the standard. The levels available are:
Level 1 1 A/m
Level 2 3 A/m
Level 3 10 A/m
Level 4 30 A/m
Level 5 100 A/m
Level X open, in the range 1 - 100 A/m
Pressing the NEXT key it will be changed the level selected, and the
indication will appear in the top of the display.
Select your field and press [ON] to start the test
Pressing the SET key the display will show the following

Setting LEVX Using this menu it is possible to set the level of Level X and the time of the
open level test. Pressing LEVX the display will show the following:

Using the [+] and [-] keys it is possible to set a test level in the range 1 - 100
A/m.
Pressing the CAL button the PMM 1008 will do a calibration of the output
current level. With this operation the instrument will move the internal motor
variac to set the correct current; this position will be stored for the test.
Pressing the BACK key will return in previous menu (setting open level and
test time).

3-2 Operating Instruction

Setting test time From this menu it is possible to set the test time; pressing the TIME key will
appear the following display:

Setting maximum Using the [+] and [-] keys it is possible to set the maximum test time in the
test time range 1 - 12000 minutes, the minimum step is 1 minute
Pressing the BACK key will return in previous menu (setting open level and
test time).

Executing the test Before to do the test it is necessary to execute a calibration

To execute the test follow these steps:
- execute a calibration
- select the test level using NEXT key.
- press [ON] key.
Pressing [ON] key the display will show the following:

In the second row at the left there is the indication of time in seconds
In the second row at the right there is the indication of the field, calculated
considering the output current and the antenna factor. In fact the field is
obtained from :

H=I × f

where I is the current flowing into the loop and f is the antenna factor (0,87
for a square loop of 1m × 1m).
Starting the test, after pressed the [ON] key, the PMM 1008 will move the
internal variac at the position stored during the calibration ; from this
position the generator will regulate the position of the variac to obtain the
correct output current.
The test will go on up to the maximum time set; it is possible to stop the
test pressing the STOP key.
During the test the Operate led will switch on and will play a sound (beep)
every 3 seconds.

Operating Instruction 3-3

3.2.2 Short test mode
Wait five minutes between three short test cycles.

Using this test it is possible to do a short test with an high level of field, in
fact the maximum current is 1250 A for a maximum time of 5 seconds.
Pressing the SHRT key the display will be the following:

In the top of the display there is the indication of the level with reference to
Setting test time
the standard. The levels available are :
and open level
• Level 4 300 A/m
• Level 5 1000 A/m if antenna factor is ≥ 0,87 otherwise is (1000/0.87)*K.
• Level X open, in the range 300 - 1000 A/m (depending from antenna
factor)
Pressing the NEXT key it will be changed the level selected, and the
indication will appear in the top of the display.

Setting LEVX level Pressing the SET key the display will show the following:

Using this menu it is possible to set the level of Level X and the time of the
test. Pressing LEVX the display will show the following

3-4 Operating Instruction

Setting test time Using the [+] and [-] keys it is possible to set a test level in the range 300 -
1200 A/m.
Pressing the CAL button the PMM 1008 will do a calibration of the output
current level. With this operation the instrument will move the internal motor
variac to set the correct current; this position will be stored for the test.
Pressing the BACK key will return in previous menu (setting open level and
test time).
From this menu it is possible to set the test time; pressing the TIME key will
appear the following display:

Using the [+] and [-] keys it is possible to set the maximum test time in the
range 1 - 5 seconds, the minimum step is 1 second.
Pressing the BACK key will return in previous menu (setting open level and
test time).

Operating Instruction 3-5

3.2.3 Executing a test

Before to do the test it is necessary to execute a calibration

To execute the test follow these steps:

- execute a calibration
- select the test level using NEXT key.
- press [ON] key.

Pressing [ON] key the display will show the following:

In the second row at the right there is the indication of the field.
In the third row there is the indication of the decreasing time in seconds.
Starting the test, after pressed the [ON] key, the PMM 1008 will move the
internal variac at the position stored during the calibration. After this
operation the PMM 1008 will start the test procedure and for 5 seconds will
advise with a beep every one second without any output current; after these
5 seconds the PMM 1008 will start the test; the operate led will switch on
and will play a continuous beep.
The test will go on up to the maximum time set; it is possible to stop the
test pressing the STOP key.

3-6 Operating Instruction

3.2.4 Manual mode Using this function it is possible to do a test and change the field level
during test, this feature can help to measure the level of susceptibility of
the equipment under test.
Pressing the MAN key the display will show the following:

Choosing 10A key or 100A key the PMM 1008 will enable the output
current, the operate led will switch on and the display will show the
following:
In the second row left side there is the time increasing indication, in the
right side the indication of the field.

Pressing the [+] and [-] keys it is possible to increase or decrease the field
level. If the band selected is 100 A the maximum current is 160 A and the
maximum field depends from the antenna factor.
If the band selected is 10 A the maximum current is 16 A, the maximum
field depends from the antenna factor but the resolution using the [+] and [-
] key is higher.

Manual mode Pressing the STBY key the PMM 1008 will disable the output current, the
stand-by operate led will switch off and will show the following display:
The [+] and [-] keys are disabled, pressing the ON key the PMM 1008 will
go back in the previous menu and pressing the BACK key will stop the
manual mode and will go back in main menu.

Operating Instruction 3-7

3.2.5 SET UP menu Using the set menu it is possible to calibrate the system or to change the
antenna factor. It is important to execute the calibration before to do test.
Pressing the SET key from the main menu the display will be the following:

Calibration menu Pressing the CAL key it will be possible to calibrate the system, the display
will be the following :

The calibration will store the position of the internal variac to obtain a
current output current for the field level selected. In this way starting the test
the PMM 1008 will move the variac in the stored position and then will
regulate around it. The calibration can be done for the continuous test
(CONT) or for the short test (SHRT) or both.
Pressing CONT key the PMM 1008 will calibrate all the continuous test
levels, pressing SHRT key the PMM 1008 will calibrate all the short test
levels, pressing FULL key the PMM 1008 will calibrate both the test,
continuous and short.
In the setting mode it is also possible to change the antenna factor. The
antenna factor depends from the shape and the dimensions of the antenna,
setting a different antenna factor it is possible to use a different antenna.
The antenna factor for a square loop are:

Standard Loop - Square loop 1m 0.87

Square loop 1.5 m 0.58
Rectangular loop 2.6x1 0.66
Circular loop 40cm 2.5
Circular loop 1m 1
Square loop 2m 0.435

3-8 Operating Instruction

3.2.6 Setting antenna Pressing the FACT key from the setup menu the display will be the
factor following:

Pressing [+] and [-] keys the PMM 1008 will change the antenna factor.
When it is changed an antenna factor it is necessary to do a calibration,
because the setting saved refers to a different current for the same level.

Operating Instruction 3-9

3.2.7 Error message If the antenna is disconnected after some seconds the PMM 1008 will
display the error message:

LOOP OPEN

In this case check all the connections between the generator and the
antenna.

3-10 Operating Instruction

 4 - References
4.1 References The preferential range of test levels, respectively for continuous and short
duration application of the magnetic field is given in Table 4-1 e 4-2.

Table 4-1 Continuous field Table 4-2 Short duration

LEVEL MAGNETIC FIELD
1 1
2 3
3 10
4 30
5 100
LEVEL MAGNETIC FIELD
1 Not applicable
2 Not applicable
3 Not applicable
4 300
5 1000

4.2 Induction coil The PMM 1008 is supplied with a 1 meter square coil. The following figures
describe the field uniformity for this kind of tool.

Fig. 4-1: Characteristics of the field generated by a square induction coil

(1m side) in its plane

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References 4 -1
 Fig. 4-2: 3dB area of the field generated by a square induction coil (1m
side) in its plane

Fig. 4-3: 3dB area of the field generated by a square induction coil
(1m side) in the mean orthogonal plane (component orthogonal
to the plane of the coil).

Refer to the CEI-EW-61000-4-8 for further information.

4-2 References
 5 - How to program
5.1 Introduction PMM 1008 has been designed to be programmed through his serial port
using either RS232 as well RS485.
When using RS232 you can use only one instrument connected to PC
serial port. If using RS485 you can connect up to 31 instruments to the
same PC serial port.
PMM 1008 uses the same connector for both communications.

5.2 Communication Half-duplex communication is implemented. The protocols are identical for
RS232 and RS485.
A built-in automatic tool identifies the type of communication used and
shows it on LCD display. Typical communication is implemented at 9600
baud with 8 bit, one stop bit and no parity.

5.3 Protocol Be aware that only the PC can send the commands. PMM 1008 will answer
when is inquired only.
Communication is done at 9600 Baud with 8 bit, 1 stop bit and no parity.
The communication uses strings with variable byte width. The characters
used inside the strings are in ASCII format (00 - 127) at 7 bit. The most
significant bit are ignored in reception and put to 0 during transmission.
Every strings starts with the special character “#” and stops with “*”.

5.4 Address The address cannot be assigned but is fixed at “FM”. The PMM 1008 can
also answer at address 00.

5.5 Format All messages are content between “#” and “*” characters for strings send to
Host PC and between “00” and “*” for strings send to the instrument.
The string sent to the PMM 1008 has the following format: “#00c..c*”.
Where:

-# Start character
- 00
- c..c Command
-* End character

PMM 1008 will respond with the following string: - “#c..c”. In this case the
address is not used because the PC does not need it.
Between “C..C” there is the message text where the length can varies from
1 to 100 characters.

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5.6 PMM 1008
setting
commands
Command Explanation Example

#00V* Instrument Type & #00V*

Version. --> PMM1008; rel 1.0 8/98
#00Cn* where n is the Starts generating the #00C2*
level in the range 1-5 indicated continuous (3 A/m will be generated)
which refer to the magnetic field level.
related field; Note that this command is
X is the open level not recognized if received
within sub-menus
#00Sn* where n is the Starts generating the #00S4*
level in the range 4-5 indicated short magnetic (300 A/m will be generated)
which refer to the field level.
related field; Note that this command is
not recognized if received
X is the open level within sub-menus
#00B* If PMM 1008 is generating #00B*
a magnetic field, this
command Breaks it
abruptly. Then it leads to
top of menus

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5.7 PMM 1008
Query
commands

Command Explanation Example

#00?I* Returns the value of the generated #00?i*
#00?i* (instantly) current expressed in A/m --> # 9.98 A/m *
#00?L* Returns the status of interlock #00?L*
#00?l* switch --> # UNLOCKED *
#00?O* Returns whether the generator is #00?O*
#00?o* generating (ON) or not (OFF) the --> # ON *
field
#00?E* Returns the ERRORs accumulated #00?E*
#00?e* since the error register was last --> # ERR: 5 *
read. This example shows that there
were detected 2 errors:
Note that once this register is read,
1. Argument out of range (1)
it is automatically reset.
2. The command was not
The result has the following executed (4).
meaning: The resulting error is:
1 4+1=5
The argument supplied is
out of range or inadequate.
4
Menu ERROR. A command
has not been executed
because it was not allowed
in the present menu.
8
The Command was not
recognized because is
unknown.

256 First read after switch ON .

More type of error are accumulated

so that a composite error flag can
be detected.

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 6 - Firmware Upgrade
6.1 Introduction PMM 1008 has been designed to be programmed through its serial port
using either RS232 as well RS485.
Using RS232 it is possible to upgrade the firmware of the instrument at the
latest release.

6.2 System requirements For the software to operate properly, the user’s Personal Computer should
be equipped with the following:

• 486 Processor or Pentium

• 16 Mb of RAM
• at least 10 Mb of free space on hard disk
• 1 free serial port
• Windows Operating System 95/98

6.3 To install the The Update Firmware Program can be installed using the software diskette
software and running SETUP.

When the installation is complete the following window will be displayed

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6.4 Icon of PMM 1008 Once the software has been installed in the PC, the related icon will be
software displayed. Press PMM 1008 FirmWare Update twice for running the
update program.

6.5 UPGRADE Procedure 1) Switch off the PMM 1008.

2) Connect the serial cable between the PC and PMM 1008.
3) Run the upgrade software; the main window will be displayed:

4) Switch on the PMM 1008

5) When the upgrade procedure is completed correctly, the software will
display the following message:

PMM 1008 is now updated with the new version of the internal firmware.

It is now possible to disconnect the cable connected to the PC, with the
PMM 1008 either switched on or off.

Subsequently, when the apparatus is switched on, the new version of the
firmware will be displayed on the display of PMM 1008

To obtain updating of the firmware or programs for PMM 1008, the

user can contact his NARDA agent or download it directly from the
following Web site: www.narda-sts.it

6-2 Firmware Upgrade

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 Servizio richiesto:  Service needed:
 Solo taratura  Riparazione  Riparazione & Taratura  Taratura SIT  Altro:
 Calibration only  Repair  Repair & Calibration  Certified Calibration  Other:
Ditta:
Company:
Indirizzo:
Address:
Persona da contattare: Telefono:
Technical contact person: Phone n.
Modello: Numero di serie:
Equipment model: Serial n.

 Accessori ritornati con l’apparecchiatura:  Nessuno  Cavo(i)  Cavo di alimentazione Altro:

 Accessories returned with unit:  None  Cable(s)  Power cable Other:

 Sintomi o problemi osservati:  Observed symptoms / problems:

 Guasto:  Fisso  Intermittente Sensibile a :  Freddo  Caldo  Vibrazioni  Altro
 Failure:  Continuous  Intermittent Sensitive to:  Cold  Heat  Vibration  Other
Descrizione del guasto/condizioni di funzionamento:
Failure symptoms/special control settings description:

Se l’unità è parte di un sistema descriverne la configurazione:

If unit is part of system please list other interconnected equipment and system set up:
Suggerimenti / Commenti / Note:
Suggestions / Comments / Note: